Pedestrian Accident
November 2018 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Is distracted walking in Syracuse as dangerous as distracted driving?
Recent National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data reports that nearly four percent of drivers admit to using smartphones while driving. As smartphone use becomes more...
October 2018 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Who is at Fault in a NYC Pedestrian Accident?
Pedestrians have the right of way when they are legally crossing a street in New York. So who would be at fault if a car...
August 2018 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Next steps following a Buffalo pedestrian accident
Some Buffalo pedestrian accidents result in the pedestrian suffering injuries serious enough to demand emergency treatment and/or hospitalization. After obtaining medical treatment, pedestrian accident victims...
August 2018 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Next steps following a Syracuse pedestrian accident
While every situation is unique, steps to take following a Syracuse pedestrian accident are essentially the same steps you should take after a car accident....
May 2018 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Is Distracted Walking in NYC as dangerous as Distracted Driving?
Cell phones have become a “must have” device for everybody, which has resulted in a dramatic increase in distracted driving accidents. In fact, many states,...
October 2015 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Buffalo Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Provide Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween can be one of the most exciting nights of the year for children and adults alike. Too often though, the excitement comes to an...
July 2015 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
Can Crosswalks Increase the Odds of New York Pedestrian Accidents?
As summer break wraps up, children here in upstate New York are preparing to go back to school. For many, this time of year often...
May 2015 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
New York Bicycle Accident Lawyers Discuss Importance of Wearing a Helmet
Riding a bicycle in New York can be dangerous. The state Department of Motor Vehicles reports that there were a total of 6,170 accidents involving...
February 2015 |
By William Mattar, P.C.
New York Pedestrian Accident Count Is Fourth Highest In The Nation
Pedestrian safety continues to be a problem in New York after a new report from the Governor’s Highway Safety Association showed our state had one...